The artwork titled “Three Women in a Cafe” was created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in the year 1929. This piece is rendered in pencil and belongs to the Expressionism movement. Measuring 49.5 x 35.3 cm, it falls under the genre of sketches and studies.
In the artwork, three women are depicted seated together in a cafe setting. The drawing is characterized by its minimalist and fluid pencil strokes, capturing the figures with an economy of detail while still conveying a sense of presence and interaction. The lines are varied in their lightness and darkness, adding depth and texture to the composition. The positioning and partially abstract nature of the women suggest a casual yet intimate moment shared among them. The background is implied with sparse lines, allowing the focus to remain on the central figures. This piece embodies the expressive and emotive qualities typical of Kirchner’s work within the Expressionist movement.